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Volume 6 Issue 12
- December 2001
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Merry Christmas
To all my customers and readers, I wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thank you for supporting Australian Muscle through the shop, the web site, and in the INBA contest. Have a safe and enjoyable festive season.
Kim.
Christmas/New Year Trading Times.
Dec 24th 9:30-5:00
Dec 25th and 26th CLOSED
Dec 27 10:00 - 5:00
Dec 28 10:00 - 5:00
Dec 29 10:00 - 3:30
Dec 31st 10:00 - 5:00
Jan 1 CLOSED
Jan 2 onwards BACK TO NORMAL
Mr Olympia Controversy
One week after the 2001 Mr Olympia, the IFBB anounced that two athletes had tested positive for diuretics and would be disqualified from the 2001 Mr Olympia. This is how it was reported in Flexonline.com;
"It has now been confirmed that Jay Cutler, 2001 Mr. Olympia runner-up, and Markus Ruhl, 14th at the O, have been informed by the IFBB that their urine samples tested positive for banned diuretics. IFBB rules state that individuals whose samples test positive as a result of the contest's mandatory diuretic test will lose their placing and prize money and that all those athletes finishing below them will subsequently move up in prize money and placings. Thus, as a result of this ruling, Cutler would forfeit his second place spot, his $60,000 paycheck and qualification for the 2002 Mr. Olympia, and Melvin Anthony (originally placed 11th at the O) would move up to 10th and be awarded $10,000 in prize money (he originally received zilch), and, of course, gain qualification for the 2002 Mr. Olympia. However, we understand that Cutler is at this time seeking legal guidance in an effort to have the drug test result overturned. We'll keep you posted on developments."
Barely one week later, the IFBB released this official press release;
"Subsequent to the mandatory dug tests that took place at the Olympia Weekend of October 26/27, 2001, the IFBB was informed that two samples had tested positive for banned diuretics.
As a result of this information, the IFBB took the initiative to scrupulously examine the drug-testing procedures that took place at and around the 2001 Olympia Weekend. After completing this investigation, the IFBB is confident that each and every one of the steps called for in the protocol of drug testing were meticulously followed at the event itself. However, as part of this investigation, it was discovered that the world-renowned laboratory employed by the IFBB is no longer designated as an official accredited lab by the International Olympic Committee. When the IFBB commenced its relationship with this highly reputable lab several years ago it was an IOC-accredited lab.
As the IFBB's Doping Control Policy calls for all testing to be undertaken by an IOC-accredited lab, the IFBB, committed to following the highest ethical standards, has no option but to declare the drug testing results from the 2001 Olympia Weekend null and void. Those athletes who had been informed that they had tested positive, Jay Cutler and Markus Ruhl, will keep their original 2001 Mr. Olympia placings of second and 14th, respectfully, and retain all relevant medals, privileges and prize money applicable to their placings.
We consider this decision to be one based on a pure technicality and in no way reflects on the integrity of the lab used by the IFBB, nor does it question the testing procedure followed by the IFBB at the 2001 Olympia Weekend. The IFBB is committed to following its official federation guidelines and bylaws to the letter. As a result, the IFBB officially announces that all future IFBB drug testing will be carried out under the auspices of an IOC-accredited lab to be determined before the commencement of the 2002 season.
With this decision, the IFBB reaffirms its strong commitment to the Olympic ideal of unity through sport, and fair and balanced treatment of all athletes."
I like the last line, I'm sure Melvin Anthony thinks it's fair. He went from nothing to US$10,000 and qualification to nothing again even
though the IFBB admits that there was nothing wrong with the tests.
Australia Dominates The INBA Natural Olympia!
The Natural Olympia in Hawaii on the 3rd and 4th of November was a huge success for Australia. Adelaides Kim Knot won the overall Ms Physique and the Professional classses, and Keith Bullock from Victoria won the Men's Professional class. Both Athletes followed this up with wins in the INBA Natural World Cup in California a week later. Adelaide's Joel Ramintas placed fourth in the Open Short Class (arguably the toughest class with the overall winner coming from here). Joel was disappointed, but this is a terrific achievement in his first International contest. Joel had a terrific year, winning the ANB Australian Short Class and the INBA Australian Short Class and Overall Titles. Next years INBA Natural Olympia will again be held in Hawaii.
Keith Bullock and Kim
Knot at the INBA Universe
INBA Natural Olympia
winner, Ron Williams
INBA Pro Natural
Olympia winner, Keith Bullock
2002 INBA SA Physique Titles.
A tentative date has been set for the 2002 INBA SA Titles on Sunday the 13th of October 2002 at the Norwood Concert Hall. This date is not yet 100% confirmed but if it does change it will move ony 1 week either side of this date.
Australian Women with Muscle Association Inc.
P.O. 2044. ~ Edithvale ~ Victoria 3196 ~ Australia
Email ~ auswomenmuscle@yahoo.com
Website: www.geocities.com/auswomenmuscle/
The AWMA is a World first in this type of organization.
The AWMA Inc. aims to promote female Bodybuilding & create a support network
for all women who train with weights.
We wish to demonstrate to the public that women can be strong, fit, and still feminine.
AWMA is a voluntary, non-profitable organization based in Victoria with representatives and members in all states of Australia.
We welcome all women from all federations and sports.
Whether in Bodybuilding, Bodyshaping, Powerlifting or other sports we will not question the degree of muscularity that one wishes to develop but encourage and support women to train, compete and be proud of being women with muscles.
Australian women with muscle started out when a group of girls got together and decided to form a support, contact and promotions group for female bodybuilders.
What have we achieved so far? A lot, believe me.
1. National Launch in the form of a free seminar on female health and fitness. Titled 'Australian Women of the New Century - Strong, Fit and Feminine'. Attached copy of program.
2. Established a website. www.geocities.com/auswomenmuscle
3. Established an online forum at http://pub58.ezboard.com/bbodybuildersworld, courtesy of Bodybuilder's World and Neil Gardner.
4. Launched in Tasmania with a free seminar on female health, training etc
5. Sponsorship through Spiral Transport company. (Assisted financially in the establishment).
6. Members joining regularly.
7. Monthly articles in Ironman Magazine.
8. Attendance at the Melbourne Grand Prix car racers, meeting and having photos taken.
9. Links are being established all around the world. See links page on website.
10. All our representatives receive emails and requests for photos etc from fans around the world.
11. Mentioned at numerous bodybuilding & powerlifting shows, in each state and National shows.
12. Joining on line bodybuilding magazines to take part in articles, example "Irony" Ohio USA.
13. Articles already appeared in Freya French online magazine. (translated into German and English.)
14. Regular production of our Newsletter.
Future goals.
Promotional appearances on TV shows.
The launch in NSW, WA and Queensland of the association.
Establish a branch in SA.
Currently establishing committees in each state to set up a role model/mentor program to assist and encourage women to take up weight lifting and competing whatever their chosen field.
With the view to holding seminars, competitions and training sessions for women.
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IFBB NEW ZEALAND GRAND PRIX
Wellington, New Zealand, Saturday, November 10, 2001.
WINNER: RONNIE COLEMAN*
2) Chris Cormier*
3) Claude Groulx*
4) Tommi Thorvildsen
5) Sergey Chelestov
6) Erguin Marquez
7) Nicholas Shilko (Aust)
8) Matt McLean (Aust)
9) Mark Rainbow
10) Justin Rys
*Qualifies for the 2002 Mr. Olympia
IFBB JUDGE ASSAULTED BY ANGRY HUBBY IN HUNGARY
Carlo Teani, IFBB official and head judge at the Hungarian Fitness Championship on November 10, took a punch and then some from Remi Bruyninga, husband of fitness pro Melissa Frabbiele. The physical confrontation occurred shortly after the conclusion of the contest, where longtime competitor Frabbiele took sixth place. According to witnesses, an enraged Bruyninga approached Teani seeking justification of his wife's callouts, then suddenly punched the judge. No arrests were made, but Frabbiele has reportedly announced her retirement from the sport.
Melissa Frabbiele
RONNIE COLEMAN, OTHER AMERICANS, THREATENED IN NEW ZEALAND
In a disturbing sign of the times, anonymous callers claiming to be members of a Muslim faction in New Zealand issued threats to American bodybuilders, including Ronnie Coleman and Chris Cormier, scheduled to compete at the New Zealand Grand Prix in Wellington on November 10. Security was beefed up at the venue, the Michael Fowler Centre, as the Kiwis took every possible precaution to secure the safety of the U.S. bodybuilders. When told of the threats by promoter Boris Borodin, the IFBB pros didn't flinch and eagerly took the stage, unfazed. The threats, likely a hoax, didn't affect the contest at all, as Coleman won a spirited competition against his pal Cormier. Borodin and Wellington officials received praise from the Americans for their efforts in caring for the safety of the visitors while also putting on a terrific show.
KIWIS BUST MR. OLYMPIA'S MOVEABLE FEAST
While he won the contest, Ronnie Coleman had less luck with New Zealand's customs officials, who confiscated Mr. Olympia's stash after landing in Aukland. The stash? Food, and plenty of it. Bringing meats and other perishables into New Zealand is a big no-no, and Coleman had his goodies confiscated and was fined $250 by officials. According to local press, the contraband was "mainly meat and potatoes."
Steve Neece - Dead!
On October 21, 2001 Steve Neece a photographer / writer for MuscleMag International died of a heart attack. He was 56 years old. He will be missed by his fans and friends. A service was held in his memory on Thursday November 8, 2001 at Forest Lawn in Covina, California. Dasha, his daughter, read his obituary.
I was a fan of Steve's column in Musclemag where he showcased a lot of
upcoming bodybuilders and featured less prominent competitons.
Steve Neece 1944-2001
Australian Pro
Grand Prx 2002
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